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Overview
Job Title: Development Coordinator
The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
Location: Chicago, IL
The Athenaeum Center was built in 1911 on the St. Alphonsus campus and is home to Chicago’s oldest continuously-operating off-Loop theater. Our mission is to invite people into encounters with beauty and to revitalize the great Catholic tradition of the arts from our location in one of Chicago’s most unique religious, artistic, and civic buildings. At the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, we believe that beauty has the capacity to build up culture, transform society, and change lives. We hope to help you contemplate, encounter, and delight in beauty.
Position Overview The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture is seeking a mission-driven and organized Development Coordinator to support the organization’s fundraising and development efforts. This individual will work closely with the Associate Director and the broader team to manage donor relations, plan and coordinate fundraising events, and assist in the planning and execution of various development initiatives. The Development Coordinator will play a key role in sustaining and growing financial support for our programs and mission.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Relations & Stewardship
Assist in managing relationships with current donors, potential supporters, and partners
Facilitate and arrange meetings between potential donors and the leadership team to strengthen relationships and advance fundraising efforts
Maintain and update donor records in the donor management system
Create personalized communication for thank-you letters, acknowledgment letters, and impact reports
Help track and ensure timely follow-up with donors and sponsors
Fundraising Events & Campaigns
Assist in organizing fundraising events, including the annual dinner, quarterly Founders events, and Suburban Soirées
Coordinate all logistics for events, including guest lists, event materials, and catering
Assist in implementing fundraising campaigns, both digital and traditional, to support the mission of The Athenaeum
Grant Writing & Corporate Sponsorship
Support the grant writing process by researching potential funders, assisting in the preparation of proposals, and preparing follow-up reports on grants
Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of materials
Identify and secure corporate sponsorships for Athenaeum events and programs, working with the Development team to create compelling sponsorship packages
Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate partners, ensuring sponsorships are fulfilling their commitments and expectations
Coordinate the solicitation and management of in-kind donations (goods or services) to support programs, events, and general operations
Track and acknowledge all in-kind contributions, ensuring donors feel appreciated and informed about the impact of their gifts
Communications & Marketing Support
Help create and distribute newsletters, emails, and other content related to development efforts
Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all fundraising and donor communications
Administrative Support
Manage donor database using Tessitura
Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and assisting with the preparation of materials for board meetings and other donor engagement activities
Deposit and manage donations and payments
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, communications, or business)
1-2 years of experience in development, fundraising, or related fields; experience in nonprofit organizations is a plus
Skills & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Experience with donor CRM
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with donor management software is a plus
An understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith and the Athenaeum’s mission to revitalize the Catholic tradition of beauty in the arts
Personal Attributes
A self-starter and team player who assumes best intentions and brings a positive attitude to their work
Enthusiastic, personable, and able to interact effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
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The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture
Location: Chicago, IL
The Athenaeum Center was built in 1911 on the St. Alphonsus campus and is home to Chicago’s oldest continuously-operating off-Loop theater. Our mission is to invite people into encounters with beauty and to revitalize the great Catholic tradition of the arts from our location in one of Chicago’s most unique religious, artistic, and civic buildings. At the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture, we believe that beauty has the capacity to build up culture, transform society, and change lives. We hope to help you contemplate, encounter, and delight in beauty.
Position Overview The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture is seeking a mission-driven and organized Development Coordinator to support the organization’s fundraising and development efforts. This individual will work closely with the Associate Director and the broader team to manage donor relations, plan and coordinate fundraising events, and assist in the planning and execution of various development initiatives. The Development Coordinator will play a key role in sustaining and growing financial support for our programs and mission.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Relations & Stewardship
Assist in managing relationships with current donors, potential supporters, and partners
Facilitate and arrange meetings between potential donors and the leadership team to strengthen relationships and advance fundraising efforts
Maintain and update donor records in the donor management system
Create personalized communication for thank-you letters, acknowledgment letters, and impact reports
Help track and ensure timely follow-up with donors and sponsors
Fundraising Events & Campaigns
Assist in organizing fundraising events, including the annual dinner, quarterly Founders events, and Suburban Soirées
Coordinate all logistics for events, including guest lists, event materials, and catering
Assist in implementing fundraising campaigns, both digital and traditional, to support the mission of The Athenaeum
Grant Writing & Corporate Sponsorship
Support the grant writing process by researching potential funders, assisting in the preparation of proposals, and preparing follow-up reports on grants
Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of materials
Identify and secure corporate sponsorships for Athenaeum events and programs, working with the Development team to create compelling sponsorship packages
Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate partners, ensuring sponsorships are fulfilling their commitments and expectations
Coordinate the solicitation and management of in-kind donations (goods or services) to support programs, events, and general operations
Track and acknowledge all in-kind contributions, ensuring donors feel appreciated and informed about the impact of their gifts
Communications & Marketing Support
Help create and distribute newsletters, emails, and other content related to development efforts
Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all fundraising and donor communications
Administrative Support
Manage donor database using Tessitura
Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and assisting with the preparation of materials for board meetings and other donor engagement activities
Deposit and manage donations and payments
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, communications, or business)
1-2 years of experience in development, fundraising, or related fields; experience in nonprofit organizations is a plus
Skills & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Experience with donor CRM
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with donor management software is a plus
An understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith and the Athenaeum’s mission to revitalize the Catholic tradition of beauty in the arts
Personal Attributes
A self-starter and team player who assumes best intentions and brings a positive attitude to their work
Enthusiastic, personable, and able to interact effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
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